Former President Donald Trump says he has been indicted by DOJ special counselTrump says he has been indicted as part of a special counsel probe into alleged mishandling of government secrets and obstruction. A special counsel spokesman said there was no comment at this time.
California expands partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to make free books available to kids under 5
State GovernmentJune 9, 2023The new payday loans? California moves to regulate cash advance appsConsumer groups say some new “earned wage access” services are similar to payday loans, but they’ve been operating in a legal gray area. A California department has proposed rules that would be the first in the country to regulate the industry.
June 7, 2023Kristin LamWhy do extremists bring conspiracies to public meetings? Sacramento State professor gives contextChristopher Towler, a Sacramento State associate professor of political science, gives national and historical context to the issue of hate speech in public meetings.
JazzJune 7, 2023Chris CampbellTina Turner’s legacy goes beyond music — Get to know her in 5 songsQueen of Rock ‘n’ Roll Tina Turner died last month at the age of 83 in her Swiss home. CapRadio’s Chris Campbell chose five standout songs by the singer in remembrance of her life and illustrious career. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
June 7, 2023Janelle SalangaA home-grown Sacramentan in the Oval Office? Cornel West announces presidential candidacyThe 70-year-old “Sacramentan to the core” educator and author grew up in the Glen Elder and South Land Park neighborhoods. He’s a third-party candidate represented by the progressive People’s Party.
ImmigrationJune 6, 2023Nicole NixonClaire Morgan‘Bring it on’: Sacramento faith leaders welcome migrants flown from Texas with phones, clothes and lawyersFlorida officials confirmed they were involved in transporting the asylum seekers and rebuffed claims of kidnapping by Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom.
State GovernmentJune 6, 2023Gavin Newsom wants Ron DeSantis charged with ‘kidnapping’ migrants. Is that possible?Gavin Newsom hinted he wants to pursue kidnapping charges against Ron DeSantis over migrant flights to California. Can the California governor do that?
JazzJune 6, 2023Astrud Gilberto, 'The Girl from Ipanema' singer, dies at 83One of the shining voices of bossa nova, the Brazilian artist made both herself and the song world famous with her beguiling rendition, kicking off an illustrious career.
June 6, 2023Chris NicholsSacramento tenant advocates say bill capping security deposits could make it easier to access housingSmall landlords, meanwhile, say AB 12 could hurt their ability to cover costly repairs.
State GovernmentJune 5, 2023Nicole NixonProp. 8 remains on the books 15 years later. California’s LGBTQ+ lawmakers want to repeal it.“People are horrified when they are reminded that the California Constitution explicitly discriminates against LGBTQ people,” said Sen. Scott Wiener. “We need to get this out of our constitution.”
ImmigrationJune 5, 2023Claire MorganSecond plane carrying migrants lands in Sacramento. Here’s what we know.Since Friday, two private flights carrying more than 35 people migrating to the United States have arrived in Sacramento.